Crisis and Outreach Clinician

Clinician, Crisis and Outreach - MCRT Focus Direct Service Regulated- (OPSEU) Full-Time, Contract (Ending: July 13, 2026) Multi‑Site Accountability; Oxford Catchment Area (Oxford Zone) - Application Deadline: January 7, 2026 - When individuals in our community experience an urgent mental health or addictions crisis, they deserve a response that is person‑centered and supportive, while focusing on personal dignity and wellbeing. Our Crisis and Outreach Clinicians respond directly with patrol officers to provide a therapeutic response for individuals requiring crisis intervention and to support community‑based alternatives to medical intervention. Just a 30 minutes from East London, this position is located in Woodstock, ON, where you will work in a dedicated capacity with the Ontario Provincial Police’s Oxford County Detachment and the Woodstock Police Services. Consider revitalizing your career and making a difference in your community by joining our team Note: Successful candidates must have a Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) completed within the last six months. If you need a PVSC, please apply for one as soon as possible. WHAT WE'RE OFFERING: What you’ll be making: Starting rate for this role is $30.01 per hour (Level 1 of the Direct Service, Regulated Professional Grid). Successful external applicants will start at Level 1, with grid progression based on seniority up to Level 8, $37.26 per hour. When you’ll work: 70 hours over a two‑week period; rotating days, afternoons, evenings and weekends, including a paid 30‑minute meal break. What your benefits will be: You will receive 9% in lieu of health benefits. Your pension plan: Eligible for immediate, optional enrollment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP). HOW YOU WILL BE MAKING A DIFFERENCE: Establish a working and supportive relationship with the consumer. Assess clients’ mental, physical and emotional functional abilities and needs, investigate consumer’s present resources through a complete psycho‑social history and domain collections, and collateral information. Provide client assessment, intervention, and counselling via telephone and face‑to‑face. Teach, using a variety of approaches, life skills and adaptive techniques which will enable individuals to more effectively function on a day‑to‑day basis. Act as a resource to other service providers in the Oxford County area. Provide crisis follow‑up to ensure appropriate linkages are made to services and supports. Ongoing professional skill development/continuing education towards the delivery of mental health and addiction services. WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO APPLY: Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) completed within the last six months. RPN, RN, Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy, Social Work, Psychology or related field. Currently registered and in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers, the College of Nurses of Ontario, the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario, or the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario. Valid Driver’s License. Access to a vehicle. Ability to attend work regularly. We prefer the following qualifications: Extensive knowledge of Recovery principles. Knowledge of community services in Oxford County. Ability to develop short‑term treatment plans in conjunction with the individual. Ability to advocate for and coordinate service access with clients. Crisis Management/Intervention Skills. Knowledge of Narrative Practices in Single session therapy. Knowledge of the Recovery model. Knowledge of attributes of serious mental illness and pharmaceuticals used in the treatment of mental illness. Knowledge of Legal system. Experience working with individuals with an ABI or Development Disability. Treatment of Addictions. First Aid & CPR. Bilingual both official languages, preferred; preference will be given to candidates who are competent in both official languages of Canada. INTERNAL APPLICANTS: To be considered as an internal applicant, current staff members are reminded to apply using their @cmhatv.ca or @slwar.ca email address. Get your application in by – January 7, 2026 Our recruitment process allows us to learn about your previous work experience, your qualifications and your commitment to fulfilling our vision. While we appreciate the interest of all applicants, only those individuals being considered for a position will be personally contacted by someone from the interview team. We welcome and encourage applications from all members of our community including persons of any gender, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, and members of visible minorities. If you require accommodations related to a disability at any point during the recruitment process, please contact Human.Resources@cmhatv.ca. Legal Notifications: For legal purposes our full business name is: Canadian Mental Health Association Thames Valley Addiction and Mental Health Services. Artificial Intelligence is not currently employed in our recruitment processes. #J-18808-Ljbffr